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Tilbury Douglas completes Nottinghamshire Healthcare mental health facilities

Tilbury Douglas has successfully completed the construction of Nottingham Healthcare's mental health facilities at Tall Trees and the Glade at Highbury Hospital.
Calls for greater decarbonisation in the cement and concrete industry at COP28 have been welcomed by the World Cement Association

World Cement Association endorses industry decarbonisation efforts at COP28

Calls for greater decarbonisation in the cement and concrete industry at COP28 have been welcomed by the World Cement Association.
Houses of Parliament and Westminster Bridge at sunset in London, United Kingdom, representing the lack of political discussion on clean heat

Clean heat advocates find cause for optimism amidst political turbulence

In a busy end of the year for politics and policy, do developers and clean heat advocates have a lot to feel good about? Alastair Murray, founder and MD of Rendesco, explores.
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Wates launches second STEM returners programme to drive gender equality in...

Wates and STEM Returners have renewed their partnership to help drive gender equality in construction.
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Redefining insights: Introducing the FARO Orbis Mobile Scanner

Mobile and stationary technology in one device thanks to Hybrid Reality Capture, powered by GeoSLAM and Flash technology.
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Maximising design efficiency with GIS and BIM integration

The synergy of GIS and BIM technologies is revolutionising architectural and infrastructure design, providing designers with invaluable insight and streamlining project workflow.
Bournemouth based Steve Mayes has demonstrated how easy it is to install West Fraser panels such as CaberDek and SterlingOSB Zero 

Bournemouth builder praises benefits of West Fraser panels

Bournemouth based Steve Mayes has demonstrated how easy it is to install West Fraser panels such as CaberDek and SterlingOSB Zero.
First low CO2 concrete building 3D printed in Copenhagen made by 3DCP Group – a 72 m2 (775 SF) community building.

‘First-ever’ 3D printed low CO2 concrete building unveiled

The debut of a 3D-printed, low CO2 concrete building in Copenhagen marks a transformative leap in construction methods.
Australia will ban engineered stone, a popular material used in bathroom and kitchen countertops, to prevent exposure to fine silica dust

“Stop this killer stone”; Australia to ban engineered stone

Australia has decided to ban engineered stone, a popular material used in bathroom and kitchen countertops, to prevent exposure to fine silica dust.
According to the ONS, monthly construction output was down by 0.5% after September's 0.4% bump, with anecdotal poor weather to blame

Poor weather in October brings down construction output

According to the ONS, monthly construction output was down by 0.5% after September's 0.4% bump.
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Construction contract awards down 14% in 2023

Barbour ABI's latest analysis reveals a staggering 14% decline in overall contract awards, with market confidence hitting a new low and planning applications plummeting by 23%.
Kingsley Clark, examines how the construction industry is using technology to challenge the mental health crisis

How can technology support the construction industry’s mental health crisis?

Operations lead at Southern Construction Framework, Kingsley Clarke, examines how the construction industry is using technology to challenge the mental health crisis.
SFS sits in an unrivalled position to drive safety, innovation and education in cladding systems and fixings

SFS leads way on safety and innovation

As a company which entered the UK as the Victorian era was coming to an end, SFS has a considerable wealth of accumulated expertise in cladding systems as well as fixings, putting the company in an unrivalled position to help innovate and educate industry professionals in crucial subjects such as safety.
GRAHAM has been awarded a contract to deliver a £22.68m upgrade to Aurs Road, between Barrhead and Newton Mearns by East Renfrewshire Council

GRAHAM wins contract for £22.68m Aurs Road upgrade 

GRAHAM has been awarded a contract to deliver a £22.68m upgrade to Aurs Road, between Barrhead and Newton Mearns by East Renfrewshire Council.
Elderly man sat on bed in care home.

Unveiling the risks of LST radiators in healthcare

Delve into the risks of LST radiators in healthcare, examining how safety casings with fine mesh may not guarantee a safe environment. Discrete Heat investigates the reasons behind the continued use of these potentially hazardous heating solutions.
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Digital twins: A key to decarbonisation

The ambition to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 is one we are all familiar with, but debate continues around how we get there. Could digital twins hold the key in the built environment? James Franklin, digital construction lead at Kier Strategic Projects, examines the evidence.
Beard continues expansion plans with twin senior appointments

Beard continues expansion plans with twin senior appointments

Beard has made two senior appointments in Mike Hedges and Jamie Harwood as they expand to new offices on the south coast.
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Namibia Construction leverages OpenSpace technology to manage construction projects remotely

Namibia Construction utilised OpenSpace technology to cut site travel in half, improve documentation speed, and resolve and avoid capture disputes.
The Queen's Medical Centre (QMC) in Nottingham is having several windows replaced as part of a drive to get to net zero, which will save the hospital around £5m upon completion.

Willmott Dixon joins Nottingham hospital’s net zero project

The Queen's Medical Centre (QMC) in Nottingham is having several windows replaced as part of a drive to get to net zero, which will save the hospital around £5m upon completion.
Man in warm sweater with hot tea near radiator in winter, representing heating system flushing

Why homeowners should embrace heating system flushing

Adey explores the benefits of heating system flushing, from increased radiator heat output to a potential 7-year extension of boiler lifespan, and why it's a cost-effective solution for homeowners concerned about winter heating bills.
Vectorworks celebrated the 2023 Design Scholarship winners

Vectorworks reveals 2023 Design Scholarship winners

Vectorworks celebrated their 2023 Design Scholarship winners, including Brenda Vaca Michan, who won the Richard Diehl Award for her lighting design.
Residential tower blocks around East India in London, representing enhanced risk management

Weaving a golden thread can help builders to enhance risk management

Matthew Jones, a partner on the commercial property team at Forbes Solicitors, examines how the golden thread can help construction companies enhance risk management through improved safety standards and project management.
College students at dorm room. Homeschooling. They are studying and using phone, representing latent defects insurance

Why is latent defects insurance essential for PBSA developers?

The significance of latent defects insurance in the purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) sector has evolved from a "nice to have" to an essential component. Rising insolvencies among construction firms emphasize the need for income protection, driving a surge in enquiries and policies to safeguard future developments.
HS2 has published details of over 300 work packages that will form its 2024 procurement pipeline, with contracts ranging from £1m-£500m

HS2’s 2024 procurement pipeline worth estimated £1bn

HS2 has published details of over 300 work packages that will form part of its 2024 procurement pipeline, with contracts ranging from £1m-£500m.
"London, United Kingdom - July 02, 2009:Picture of two male railway workers, dressed in hardhats and refelctive safety uniform walking on the tracks. The picture was taken at 9:14am in Forest Gate near Stratford home of the London 2012 Olympics." representing UK transport infrastructure

Costain secures £1.4m contract to drive decarbonisation across UK transport infrastructure

Costain has been awarded four contracts worth £1.4m under the Department for Transport’s (DfT) Specialist Technical and Commercial Advice for Rail and Other Transport Modes (STARThree) Framework.
Homeowners and businesses will find the installation of solar panels easier

Changes to planning rules to make solar panel installation easier for...

Changes to permitted development rights rules will mean homeowners and businesses will find the installation of solar panels easier.